What to check
- Define use, occupants and anyone particularly vulnerable.
- Review fire hazards and precautions already in place.
- Include escape provision, warning and emergency arrangements.
- Require significant findings and an actionable follow-up plan.
Plan the next decision
Assess the proposed competence against the actual building. The responsible person remains accountable for the assessment and its actions even where an external competent adviser carries it out.
Establish instruction authority, access and the deliverable required. Use premises-specific evidence and competent assessment for matters affecting safety, security or compliance rather than a general description of the service.
Records and follow-up
Retain the agreed brief, findings, action taken and closure evidence. Allocate each outstanding recommendation to a named owner and due date for follow-up.
Related work
Use the relevant commercial route and maintenance to consider the resulting work, then contact the responsible business with the defined premises requirement.
Source
Review current official guidance and confirm its application to the relevant jurisdiction and premises. Recheck current requirements before relying on time-sensitive details.
Frequently asked questions
How should I choose a fire risk assessor?
Check that the person has suitable competence for the type and complexity of your premises. Ask about relevant experience and how findings and limitations will be explained.
What happens after the assessment?
The responsible person needs to act on findings, maintain appropriate measures and review the assessment as needed. Agree who owns each action and its priority.
